Looking for the best cocktail party venues in Cambridge? You’ve just found them. Browse classy lounges behind King’s Parade to chic spaces near Mill Road where the gin flows as smoothly as the River Cam. Fancy espresso martinis with rooftop views or something shaken and stirred beneath ancient beams? You’re in for a treat. This town has history in its walls and cocktails in its hands. Let’s find your perfect pour.
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £37 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £300 | to £1800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £250 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find cocktail party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Cambridge, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £850 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Cambridge, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £2400 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 100 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 95 and 120 guests |
| Bar | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 120 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Bar at Grape Britannia - bar for 45 guests
Venue said: We host private parties and wine tastings in this space. You can choose food from our short but superb menu of English cheeses, patés and premium canned seafood, or you can organise outide catering.
Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Cambridge - bar for 50 guests
Venue said: If that sounds like a bit of you then book yourself onto one of our BOOM cocktail masterclasses pronto. Hone your shaking skills and have an epic time learning mixology skills from some of the best in the biz.
Main Restaurant at De Luca Cucina & Bar - dining room for 50 guests
Venue said: The heart of De Luca, our Main Restaurant offers a cosy atmosphere perfect for medium-sized events, from group dinners to private functions. With room for up to 50 guests, this stylish space provides full table service, seasonal...
Cheap cocktail party venues in Cambridge start from £200 minimum spend per event or £35 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Roof Terrace at Revolution Cambridge, from £200 minimum spend per event
(up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great mix of party area and calmer areas to have conversations.’
Lower Hall at St Paul's Church & Community Centre, from £35 hire fee per hour
(up to 70 guests standing)
Venue said: The Lower Hall is a more intimate space, perfect for: Teaching and tutoring, group activities, breakout sessions, children's party & anniversary's.
Entire Restaurant at Raja Indian Restaurant Cambridge, from £20 per person
(up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: The space at Raja Indian Restaurant is warm and cozy. Dark leather booths line the walls. Wooden tables and black chairs fill the room. Pendant lights hang low, giving off a soft glow.
Page last updated in September 2026
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